2003 Van's RV-6 for sale

2003 Van's RV-6

Experimental / Homebuilt

CLEAN HISTORY FOR SALE
$98,000within typical asking range
Location San Angelo, TX
Total Time 888 hrs
Engine SMOH 888 hrs
Seats 2
Serial # 60317
Reg # N599DL
Damage History Clean per seller
Cruise 166 kts (307 km/h)
ICAO Type RV6
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

BTH

Sandel SN3308 Navigational display TS DIGIFLIGHT II Series Autopilot Tru Trak autopilot Altitude hold vertical climb descent Autopilot couples to GPS Garmin GNS 430 GPS Garmin GPS MAP 496 GPS Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel Garmin GTX 327 Transponder ADSB IN and Out #2 radio-Decker com radio ARTEX ELT 345 Battery due June 2029 Electric Aileron Trim Electric Flaps

Description

Beautiful, immaculate built 2003 RV-6 TT Airframe 888 SMOH 888 E-MAG Electronic ignition Garmin 430 GPS Garmin 496 GPS Coupled Auto Pilot ADS-B in and out Complete logs-no damage history 160 mph on 7.5 gph-economical

Engine

Lycoming O-320 E3D 160HP 888 SMOH E-MAG Electronic ignition COMPRESSION #1-78 #2-79 #3-77. #4-79 cold Aymar-Demuth model-3200 fixed pitch Wood prop

Interior

Interior-Gray moroon 9/10 4 point harness Exterior-white w/Moroon Grey sripes 9/10

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces

Source Price Action
Jerry Bynum
trade-a-plane.com
$98,000
Jerry Bynum
barnstormers.com
$98,000

Estimate Monthly Payment

Vans RV-6 loan calculator

AeroGurus

AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Vans RV-6

This 2003 Vans RV-6 (N599DL) is a 2-seat experimental / homebuilt with 888 hours on the airframe. There are currently 13 RV-6 aircraft listed for sale . This aircraft is listed at the market average at $98,000.

The RV-6 cruises at 166 kts (307 km/h) with a range of 630 nm (1,167 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 22,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 8 GPH (30 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $50/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $90/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $10,000. With 888 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 1,112 hours remaining to engine TBO .

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 888 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Compare prices across multiple sources — same aircraft, different marketplaces
Budget $120 for pre-purchase inspection

Van's RV-6 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
2
Cruise Speed
166 kts (307 km/h)
Range
630 nm (1,167 km)
Ceiling
22,000 ft (6,706 m)
Max Weight
1,600 lbs (726 kg)
Useful Load
620 lbs (281 kg)
Horsepower
180 HP
Fuel Burn
8 GPH (30 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

VANS RV-6

Fuel Burn
8.0 GPH
~$52/hr
Variable Cost
$90/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$10,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$22,000
every 2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the VANS RV-6. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N599DL.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

San Angelo, TX

Seller reported 1032 more aircraft in Texas →

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

NTSB safety data coming soon.

We'll check N599DL against the NTSB accident database.

Price vs Typical Asking Range

This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $85,000–$115,000.

Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.

Similar Aircraft for Sale

$83,000
For Sale
Total Time 203
Reg# N2504W US
Location Murrieta, CA
$115,000 ↓ -$10K
For Sale
Reg# N968JS US
Location PARIS, TX
$85,000
For Sale
Location Hawkesbury, BC, Canada
Via Csplane
Multiple sources
$135,500
For Sale
Reg# N10562 US
Location Lisbon
Multiple sources

Explore More

Prices and listings updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data
Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision. Actual transaction prices may differ from asking prices.